Jaromil Jireš
December 10, 1935 · 90 years old
Jaromil Jireš (December 10, 1935 – October 24, 2001) was a director associated with the Czechoslovak New Wave movement. His 1963 film The Cry was entered into the 1964 Cannes Film Festival. It is often described as the first film of the Czechoslovak New Wave, a movement known for its dark humor, use…
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Valerie and Her Week of Wonders
1970 · 1h 17m · Movie
Surreal dream-like tale that combines several themes into one fantastical world.
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Pearls of the Deep
1966 · 1h 47m · Movie
Set against the backdrop of a repressed Czechoslovakia, five non-related vignettes are presented, each showcasing the need and want for human connection. In "Mr. Baltazar's Death", a middle aged couple who are experts at mechanics...
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